Five-Acre Wood Fables Birds of the Five-Acre Wood by R.
M.
Bodie There's red birds,
Blue birds,
Brown birds,
Black birds,
White birds,
Yellow birds,
And multi-colored birds aplenty.
There's an abundance of birds at the five-acre wood.
Let me start you off with a list of twenty.
Number one is the pair of paleted woodpeckers and their feathers of black and red.
I'm not quite sure how they don't get whiplash from constantly banging their head.
Number two are a band of blue jays with feathers of blue,
Black,
And white.
They are intelligent and complex with a family bond that is tight.
Number three are the college of cardinal who sing confidently aloud.
They are radiant in red as they sing their harmonic whistling sound.
Number four are the murder of crows who are certainly no fools.
These black birds are super smart and clever enough to make their own tools.
Number five are the charm of goldfinch with their bright yellow shine.
It must be from their strict diet of vegetables and fruits from the vine.
Number six are the glittering of multi-colored hummingbirds so small and light.
They beat their wings so fast as they hover in flight.
Number seven is the solitary barred owl who is awake at night.
During the day it rests in the tree hollows to avoid the bright sunlight.
Number eight are the banditry of black-capped chickadee.
They are tiny little birds with a fantastic memory.
Number nine are the loving couple of mourning doves who like to perch atop the wooden fence.
The two lovebirds sing a song that brings such a peaceful presence.
Number ten are the round of American robins with feathers of a reddish-orange hue.
These early risers also assemble together at night forming a tight-knit crew.
Number eleven are the indigo bunting who use the stars for guidance as they migrate at night.
Their brilliant blue feathers are a retraction and reflection of radiating blue light.
Number twelve are the murmuration of red-winged blackbirds who gather by the pond together.
They converge to eat grain and seed no matter the time of year or weather.
Number thirteen are the flutter of dark-eyed junco with their bright white tail flashing in flight.
These flamboyant fliers flutter about the forest floor,
A truly magnificent sight.
Number fourteen are the gulp of barn swallows with feathers of deep blue and reddish-brown.
These friendly forked-tailed feathered friends often lend support when they are in the shade.
Number fifteen are the flock of eastern bluebirds with their brilliant royal blue feathers on their back and head and warm red-brown on their chest.
They enjoy the shade of the trees and exploring the meadows best.
Number sixteen is the tufted teatmouse who travels in a flock of tufted teatmice.
These little gray birds have an echoing voice and find nesting in trees and shrubs.
These little gray birds have an echoing voice and find nesting in tree holes to be quite nice.
Number seventeen are the white-breasted nuthatch who spend their time with their friends,
The teatmice and chickadee.
Together,
These groups look out for one another's safety and security.
Number eighteen are the flock of eastern kingbirds with a crown of orange,
Red feathers on their head.
They are very protective and slightly aggressive,
So if you see one,
Be wary of where you tread.
Number nineteen are a host of song sparrow who sing such simple and sweet melodies.
They sing their songs that reverberate throughout the vegetation and trees.
Number twenty are the chattering of European starlings who have black feathers with hints of purple and green.
They can mimic the songs of other birds when they want to be heard and seen.
Thank you for listening to the Five Acre Wood Fables,
Birds of the Five Acre Wood.
I will keep you updated if any other species fly through the neighborhood.
Much love,
Bodhi.
